Fujifilm
X half
Premium vertical-first compact with 1-inch sensor, 32mm f/2.8 lens, 13 Film Simulations, 2-in-1 frame combine, OVF, and instax Link printing.
$850
Launch priceReleased Jun 2025
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
X half is 3.7 years newer.
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Wins
X half
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 60 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AX half has lower Weight (240 g vs 658 g)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher EVF magnification (0.78 × vs 0.38 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X half
106 × 64 × 46 mm
240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
X half is 26mm narrower, 32mm shorter, and 34mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
X half is 418 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm X half · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X half
106 × 64 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X half
106 × 46 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X half
13.3 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
117 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
7.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X half: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 IV
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X half
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV/MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.8, 64.3, 45.8
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
240 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
880 shots vs 580 shots — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 5.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Insect…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X half
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 32mm f/2.8
- ✓Vertical 3:4 default + 2-in-1 mode
- ✓13 Film Simulations + instax filters
- ✓Optical viewfinder + 2.4" touchscreen
- ✓880 frames per charge (CIPA)
Cons
- –Fixed 32mm lens only
- –JPEG only (no RAW)
- –Full HD video only (no 4K)
- –Premium price for compact
- –Niche half-frame workflow
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X half and Alpha 7 IV at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm X half
Sony Alpha 7 IV
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X half or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X half — Bird AF subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the X half and Alpha 7 IV?
X half is 17.7 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X half and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
X half does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
What's the weight difference between the X half and Alpha 7 IV?
X half weighs 240 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the X half is 418 g lighter.
Do the X half and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
X half: Full HD. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X half and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
X half: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 880 shots (CIPA) for the X half and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the X half the edge.
How much does each cost?
X half launched at $850 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The X half is $1,649 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.